How many of your military spouses have invested in themselves?

COL Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 01 Jan 2015 13:29:04 -0500

There are so many different programs out there for spouses to take advantage of.

What have your spouses done?

What sources of information can you share with our group?

http://spousebuzz.com/blog/2014/12/investment-every-military-spouse-make.html?comp= [login to see] 38&rank=8

The Investment Every Military Spouse Should Make

Invest in yourself and become the fullest version of yourself possible. That is the investment every military spouse should make. If that seems selfish, it’s not; it’s the best gift you can give your spouse, your family, the military and the country.

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 1 at 2015 3:16 PM

CW5 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 01 Jan 2015 15:16:56 -0500

My military spouse invested in herself by going to college and earning a degree. With all the moves and kids and working full time, that was a challenge, but she did it. It made her more marketable, and I'm pretty sure it made her feel better about herself. As I was achieving things in the military and continuing my education, it was easy to forget that my wife had aspirations too. Education was a great way to at least begin to fulfill them. My wife's degree definitely helped her when it came time for her to look for better jobs.

Nowadays I think there are ways for spouses to get educational benefits, which is just plain fantastic. The author says that her "degree would open up countless doors for [her] later in life" and that's true for most.

Response by COL Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 1 at 2015 3:20 PM

COL Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 01 Jan 2015 15:20:53 -0500

Military.com has captured a bunch of great avenues to pursue their degrees with funding etc.

http://www.military.com/spouse/military-education/military-spouse-education/military-spouse-family-education-assistance.html

Military Spouse and Family Educational Assistance Programs

Here's a rundown of important military spouse and family assistance programs.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 1 at 2015 3:28 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 01 Jan 2015 15:28:05 -0500

My wife has followed me with every move and decision I have made in the Army. She completed her BS degree and then went on to get her masters in elementary education. While doing this she also was the FRG leader for the units I have been in and always opened herself up to the military spouses. She has been my backbone and I know I could not or would not be where I am now without her love and support. By the way, she also has been raising 3 kids and has a full time job. Great subject sir. I don't think military spouses always get the recognition they deserve.

Response by COL Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 1 at 2015 6:18 PM

COL Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 01 Jan 2015 18:18:27 -0500

I think this is another good source of information.

http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=1343

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